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Elderly patients wait on row of trolleys in crowded corridor in scenes that lay bare deep crisis facing NHS
ELDERLY patients wait on a row of trolleys in a crowded corridor in a picture that lays bare the deep crisis facing NHS hospital A&Es.
Around 15 were wheeled there because the department’s bed bays were all full — an increasing problem nationwide, says the Royal College of Nursing.
Carer Samantha Howes, 38, met with the “disturbing” sight at William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, Kent, where she had taken her daughter with suspected appendicitis.
The mum of two said: “I’ve never seen anything like it. It makes you emotional.
“A lot of these elderly folk looked fearful and confused. Some were being treated as people walked past. A few had their legs sticking out. Where’s the dignity in that?”
Samantha added: “Only one nurse was looking after 15 or so patients in that corridor and it wasn’t the only one like that.
“There were sick people everywhere. Even the children’s A&E waiting room was full.
“I feel for the nurses. They’re overworked and stressed. But it’s disgusting that people must wait in these conditions.”
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Trust apologised for the delays, blaming “high demand”.
Research shows that patients are more likely to die within a month if they spend more than half a day waiting in A&E.
There were 43,000 12-hour A&E waits a month on average last year compared with 8,272 for the whole of 2019.
More than 13,000 out of 100,000 hospital beds in England are blocked by people fit to go home but who cannot until proper care is arranged.
A Royal College of Nursing poll of 5,000 frontline staff found two-thirds treat patients in non-medical areas every day.
Offices, cupboards and car parks are being used.
Patients are dying in waiting rooms and public areas due to delays.
RCN general secretary Nicola Ranger said: “The scale of this is absolutely the worst it has ever been.”
Analysis found Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust was the worst in England for emergency waits.
Noughties pop icon set to perform at new UK festival in star studded line-up
A NOUGHTIES pop icon is set to perform at a new UK festival as part of a star-studded lineup.
The new LIDO Festival will span across two weekends in Victoria Park, London.
Meanwhile, noughties pop icon Roisin Murphy has been as one of the acts who will be performing on June 15.
The Irish singer-songwriter, 51, first gained attention as part of the pop duo Moloko, alongside Mark Brydon.
She is joining the likes of headliner London Grammar as well as Celeste, The Blessed Madonna and Pip Millett, among others.
It comes following Roisin cancelling gigs last year – while sharing a “horrifying” health update.
The singer told fans she was having to rest after doctors discovered a non-cancerous abscess in her breast.
On Instagram, Roisin said in a video: “Just want to say how terribly sorry I am. I’m going to have to cancel a couple of gigs. I’m cancelling All Together Now this weekend in Ireland and a show that’s scheduled for Tuesday in Croatia.
“I’m extremely sorry to anyone who follows me, anyone who is my fan knows how much I love doing what I do, love to perform and love to be there with you.
“This is horrifying for me. Absolutely desperately sorry.”
Continuing, she added: “I have an abscess in my breast. “It’s not cancer thank God but it’s a very tricky thing and it’s not healing as it should yet.
“I’ve just seen a consultant today in London who has told me I need to get as much rest as possible in the next two to three weeks in the hopes of avoiding an operation.
“So incredibly sorry to have to announce that due to illness I have to cancel my shows in Ireland and Croatia over the weekend and next week. I need time and rest to heal.
“I love you all so, so much, please stay with me. I’ll be back!”
Moloko performed together for a decade, spanning 1994 up until 2004.
After they disbanded, Roisin pursued a solo career beginning with her critically acclaimed solo debut album Ruby Blue.
However, she embarked on an eight year hiatus after the release of her second solo album.
She released her third solo album, Hairless Toys, in 2015 and was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize.
Since then, Roisin has gone to release four more solo albums – most recently being Hit Parade in 2023.
Irish punter bags life-changing €500k EuroMillions Plus draw top prize as Lotto bosses reveal winning location
A LUCKY Irish punter has bagged a life-changing €500k top prize in tonight’s EuroMillions Plus draw.
A player in Louth scooped the prize in the Plus draw.
There were no winners of the EuroMillions jackpot in this evening’s December 6 draw, which could have made someone €17,000,000 richer.
The EuroMillions numbers in the main draw were 9, 37, 41, 42, 49 and 1 and 9 as lucky stars.
One Irish players matched five numbers and one Lucky Star, winning a whooping €474,164, while another bagged 110,820 after matching five numbers.
Over 29,000 players bagged prizes in Ireland in the EuroMillions and Plus games.
One lucky player is six figures richer after matching five numbers in the Plus draw, winning a life-changing prize of €500,000.
The winning numbers were 4, 15, 24, 30 and the 45.
And Lotto bosses have revealed the winning ticket was sold in Louth.
Ten people won €5,000 each in the Ireland only raffle.
The numbers were I-RNW-48041, I-RQC-43261, I-RQG-79252, I-RQH-69759, I-RQH-89425, I-RQJ-16597, I-RQJ-52875, I-RQJ-72114, I-RQJ-84350 and I-RQK-08715.
National Lottery officials are urging players in Louth to check their tickets carefully.
If you are the lucky winner, the advice is to sign the back of your ticket immediately and store it in a safe place.
The winner will be asked to confirm details before arrangements will be made with agents to claim your prize.
This can be done by calling 1800 666 222.
Or email claims@lottery.ie to arrange collecting their prize at the Lottery HQ.
You have the brain of a genius if you can spot the 10 differences in this tricky brainteaser in just 180 seconds
YOU must have amazing eyesight and an incredible IQ if you can spot the differences in a mere few seconds.
This latest brainteaser shows a couple on a date – but you have just 120 seconds to spot the 10 differences.
Set your timer, get your eyes engaged, let’s begin!
Make sure to scan every nook and cranny of this tricky brainteaser.
You will need great attention to detail and composure to succeed in this challenge.
Do not get distracted by the main picture – look carefully for the 10 differences.
If you find this challenge too easy, or enjoy testing your brain, have a look at our other optical illusions.
Check this mind-bending brainteaser where you are asked to find the hidden butterfly amongst flowers in just seven seconds.
To make things harder, try figuring out what’s wrong with this image of smiling women as you count their legs in 11 seconds.
Lastly, you might want to prove you have a 20/20 vision as you search for a strawberry in this carnival scene.
Did you know that optical illusions have an array of benefits for your mind and body?
How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
- Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
- Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
- Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
- Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
- Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
People who are able to solve the puzzle quickly possess good observational skills and high cognitive speed.
It tests your ability to process a high volume of visual information and the ability to concentrate under high amounts of pressure.
Psychologists at The University of Glasgow found that staring at an optical illusion can improve eye sight by allowing you to see small print.
If you managed to spot all the differences, congratulations!
For those who didn’t, they’re circled below.
Keep your brain engaged and have a go at our three other illusions.
Patrick Kielty’s wife Cat Deeley causes website crash as fans rush to buy unique €170 blouse she rocked on air
PATRICK Kielty’s wife Cat Deeley has caused a website crash after showing off her latest TV look on ITV.
The British host, who is renowned for her trend-setting style, has sent fans into a frenzy with her vibrant outfit on This Morning.
Cat took to Instagram before the show to post some snaps of herself posing backstage in the London studios.
The Birmingham beauty looked out of this world as she donned a bright shade of mustard yellow in the Drape-Neck Shell Top from Reiss.
The stylish €170 blouse had a softly draped neckline for an elegant touch, and slashed sides around the armholes.
It also buttoned at the nape of the neck and fell loose around the waist.
And it seems the 47-year-old caused some major mayhem with fans as they flocked to purchase the beautiful spring blouse.
According to Hello! Magazine, the Reiss website was down for a short period of time this afternoon with viewers desperate to get their hands on the top – and we can’t blame them.
Cat teamed the cute blouse with a pair of finely tailored ivory trousers from the brand Winser London.
The Cotton Twill Trousers currently retail for €156 on their website and in stores.
The TV star also added a pair of her favourite LK Bennett pointy pink stiletto heels.
Cat is known for her chunky jewellery but for this particular look she kept it simple with just a dainty gold bangle.
She also wore her golden blond locks down and perfectly styled in loose curls.
Meanwhile, it was reported in December that Cat signed a bumper new deal to continue co-hosting ITV’s embattled show This Morning.
The Irish Sun understands Cat will be getting about £600,000 (€715,000) for another 12 months from March to the spring of 2026.
Her co-presenter, Ben, 50, has also agreed to extend his time on the This Morning sofa.
NEW DEELEY
However, Cat has told pals she does not want to be the next Holly Willoughby — who hosted it for 14 years — and will seek new challenges when the deal ends.
She and Ben joined in February following months of turmoil in the wake of Phillip Schofield’s messy departure last year.
However they have failed to halt a decline in ratings. A source said: “Cat was brought in alongside Ben to steady the ship and she’s done just that. Ratings have been tricky but the daily drama has finally ended.
“Cat signed a year-long deal with Ben last year and she’s agreed to another 12 months.
“But Cat has confided to friends she is growing tired of it and will be looking for a new challenge when this deal expires in 2026.
“Cat loves This Morning and their output. She also adores her co-hosts and the crew.
“But she has zero desire to follow in Holly’s footsteps and become a long-running This Morning legend.”
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